Furniture plaque carved in relief with a stag grazing among plants
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefsca. 9th–8th century B.C.

Furniture plaque carved in relief with a stag grazing among plants is a ivory/bone-reliefs of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century B.C. using ivory measuring 2.25 x 4 in. (5.72 x 10.16 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumIvory
Dimensions2.25 x 4 in. (5.72 x 10.16 cm)
ClassificationIvory/Bone-Reliefs
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineFletcher Fund, 1957
Dateca. 9th–8th century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Assyrian culture, dating from the Neo-Assyrian period. The estimated date range is 900 BC – 700 BC.

Geography

Origin: Syria. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Furniture plaque carved in relief with a stag grazing among plants?

Furniture plaque carved in relief with a stag grazing among plants is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Furniture plaque carved in relief with a stag grazing among plants created?

Furniture plaque carved in relief with a stag grazing among plants dates to ca. 9th–8th century B.C..

What material is Furniture plaque carved in relief with a stag grazing among plants made from?

Furniture plaque carved in relief with a stag grazing among plants is crafted from ivory.

Is Furniture plaque carved in relief with a stag grazing among plants in the public domain?

Furniture plaque carved in relief with a stag grazing among plants is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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